Earth and Space

Front

What shape is Earth's orbit around the sun?

Back

Elliptical

Front

In which direction does the sun appear to rise?

Back

East

Front

In which direction does the sun appear to set?

Back

West

Front

How long does it take Earth to make one full revolution around the sun?

Back

365 days

Front

What causes the seasons on Earth?

Back

Earth's tilt and revolution around the sun

Front

What is the term for the path Earth takes around the sun?

Back

Orbit

Front

What is the tilt of Earth's axis?

Back

Approximately 23.5 degrees

Front

What is the effect of Earth's tilt on sunlight?

Back

It causes varying angles of sunlight, leading to seasons.

Front

What is a solar day?

Back

The time it takes for Earth to rotate once on its axis, about 24 hours.

Front

What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

Back

Rotation is the spinning of Earth on its axis; revolution is Earth's orbit around the sun.